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One of the greatest benefits of working from home is the ability to work from anywhere at any time. However, this flexibility can be a double-edged blade when you are on the clock all the time. Taking time off is as equally as important when working from home as it is when working in the office. This article explains why. #remotework #avoidingburnout #careercoach https://bit.ly/3DY1hlv

Companies have started calling employees to work from office. According to Me the Pros and cons for working from Home are here : share your thoughts ? Pros: 1. Flexible Schedule: The ability to set your own working hours can allow for better work-life balance. 2. No Commute: Saving time and money on commuting can lead to increased productivity and less stress. 3. Comfort: Working in your own home can be more comfortable and cozy than a traditional office environment. 4. Increased Productivity: Some people find they are more productive when working from home. 5. Cost Savings: Working from home can save money on transportation, lunches, and work attire. Cons: 1. Isolation: Working from home can be isolating and may lead to feelings of loneliness. 2. Distractions: It can be difficult to stay focused with household chores, family members, or pets around. 3. Lack of Work-Life Balance: It can be challenging to separate work from personal life when working from home. 4. Limited Collaboration: Working remotely may limit opportunities for face-to-face collaboration with colleagues. 5. Technology Issues: Technical difficulties can arise when working from home, leading to disruptions in work flow.

Working from home benefits We all know that working from home comes with a lot’s of advantages such as.. 1. Flexibility: It’s easier to set my own schedules, which make more effective and efficient and leads to better a work-life. 2. Time and Cost Management: It cut’s out a level of expenses, creates more useful time, saving me cost of transportation, meals, and work attire which feels so good. 3. Productivity: Working from home comes with comfort which makes me more productive with less distractions unlike a traditional office environment. 3. Personalized Work Environment: I create a comfortable and customised workspace that suits my preferences which helps to productivity. There’s a level of peace and mental stability that comes with working from home, since i started working from home, I’ve had a great level of Peace of mind to reflect more and be effortlessly productive and focused, I really can’t trade my peace of mind for anything. #linkedInremote #Remotejobs #hardwork #inspiration

Why I love working from home: - No commute - Lunch with my wife - Get to put my kids to bed - Save money - Time to exercise is much easier Why I love working from the office: - I get to watch films on the commute - I explore lots of different food for lunch - I get to socialise with colleagues - The office has a great setup - My step count is super high There is no one size fits all to how we want to work. The truth is no one solution will take over. My preference is hybrid. Whatever your preference is there will be a place which caters to that.

Why I love working from home: - No commute - Lunch with my wife - Get to put my kids to bed - Save money - Time to exercise is much easier Why I love working from the office: - I get to watch films on the commute - I explore lots of different food for lunch - I get to socialise with colleagues - The office has a great setup - My step count is super high There is no one size fits all to how we want to work. The truth is no one solution will take over. My preference is hybrid. Whatever your preference is there will be a place which caters to that.

Work from Home vs. Work from Office vs. Work from Anywhere: My Unsolicited Thoughts at 1AM I’ve been bouncing between all three options lately—each one has its quirks, and I’ve come to a few *totally scientific* conclusions: 🔹 **Work from Home**: Ah, the sweet, sweet comfort of working in your PJs. No commute? Amazing. Unlimited snacks? Dangerous. But let’s be real, you can only pretend your cat is your “co-worker” for so long before you start to miss actual human interaction. Also, anyone else find themselves cleaning the house to procrastinate? 🔹 **Work from Office**: Remember pants? Yeah, me neither. I do miss the random coffee chats and the ability to *just* walk over to someone’s desk instead of scheduling a 15-minute “quick chat” on Zoom or Teams. But the commute? No thanks. I’m convinced public transport and I are in a toxic relationship. 🔹 **Work from Anywhere**: This one is *chef’s kiss* … until you realize your dreamy “workcation” plan goes out the window when the Wi-Fi at that cute beach café is slower than a snail on vacation. But when it works, it’s magic—feels like freedom with a side of productivity. (Also, the idea of writing emails with an ocean view? Yes, please!) In the end, I’ve learned it’s all about finding the balance. Some days, I’m all about that office energy. Other days, my couch is my kingdom. And occasionally, I just want to be in a new city pretending I’m an international business mogul. What about you? Which team are you on: Home, Office, or “Anywhere with decent Wi-Fi and coffee”? #RemoteWork #WorkAnywhere #WFH #HybridWork #BusinessCasualOrJustCasual #Productivity

Talk-About-It Tuesday: Working from Home vs. the Office A bit later than planned, but flu season has got me feeling under the weather 🤧. Still, let’s dive into this topic: Working from home vs. working in the office - what’s your preference? Personally, as someone who currently works from home, I sometimes miss being around people and would benefit from a hybrid arrangement, which I’ve had in the past. On the flip side, when I’ve been required to work from an office, I’ve often missed the quiet, uninterrupted time to get things done. For me, a hybrid setup strikes the right balance, boosting productivity while improving quality of life. What works best for you? If your employer is pushing for a return to the workplace, what reasons have they given? On a related note, being unwell this week has highlighted something important. Yesterday, I took the day off entirely because I couldn’t function. Today, while still not 100%, I’ve managed a reasonably full day, but from the comfort of my sofa. If I had been required to commute to an office, that wouldn’t have been possible. This brings me to a question: What do employers who insist on in-office work expect when staff are too unwell to come in? Are they okay with remote work on those days? If so, isn’t that them wanting the best of both worlds? Or do they accept that if you are poorly, you’re off? I’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences.

Working from home seems to be a hot topic with many offices deciding to bring people back in full time! I thought I would add in my two cents! Working from home has many benefits to both employee and employer: Employee: 🚗 saving fuel/train fare 🏋️♂️ longer lay in in the morning/time to get that workout in 👨👨👧👦 more time to see the kids in the evening 🍔 spending lunch breaks with loved ones or going for a walk Employer: 🤑 reduced overheads - less office space, less electric use etc 🤢 Fewer sick days (although this can be an issue - I'll come back to it***) 😊 happier staff (mostly) 🕖 employees likely to work later as no commute ⛔ no 'sorry I was late because of traffic' conversations *** with the sick days - I think you still have to make sure you're still capable of doing your job - not spending 3 working hours on the toilet! BUT, I do understand why companies are reluctant to allow too many days from home. A huge part of it comes down to trust. You have to trust that your team are working just as hard as if they were in the office. Is the work output the same? Are people still always available when you need them or does it take them 30 mins to call you back? As a VA, my whole job is work from home (hence the virtual part), but I find it even more important to build those relationships through regular phonecalls, zoom calls and just general check ins. You can still gain a personal connection without being in the same room Working from home can be lonely (my cats aren't the best conversationalists) but it doesn't have to be. Communication remains the key part of any job in my view whether you are physically around people or not. Long story short, in my view, so long as you have good communication, trust in your people (whether that be employers, employees or clients) and a shared view of success, I think working from home can be an asset for all involved but it needs to be seen as a benefit (by all sides) not a given. #mytwocents #workingfromhome #virtualassistant #virtualassistantuk #efficiency

Work-life balance is crucial, especially when working from home. Having worked from home for over 15 years, I can attest to that. In my upcoming series of posts, I’ll be highlighting the pros and cons of working from home, based on my experience. To give some context, here is a brief synopsis of my working life: - 1998-2004: Working in an office selling advertising in the construction sector - 2005-2008: On the road, but still office-based when I wasn’t out - 2008-2012: Working from home full-time selling online directories - 2012-2016: Working in an office again - 2016-2019: Running my own business in publishing from home - 2019-2024: SaaS sales working from home full time As you can see, I’ve been working from home long before it became fashionable. And if there’s one piece of advice I can offer to new home workers, it’s to take breaks. It’s easy to get caught up in work and forget to step away from the desk. But trust me, taking a few minutes to walk the dog, do some laundry, or enjoy nature will help you recharge and be more productive. If there are any topics you’d like me to cover in this series, please let me know. #workfromhome

Working from home. Hybrid. Flexible ways of work. Change in work pattern. Terms that we now hear everyday. Discussions that businesses have a lot more frequently post pandemic. The ABC have articles up online this week about how some CEOs want workers back in the office and another about the benefits other businesses are experiencing moving to a 4 day week. Yesterday my trainline had bus replacement for part of my journey to work. This disruption was going to add up to an hour to my commute. With two internal meetings that could easily take place online, it made sense for me to work from home, so I did. It wasn't a big deal at my place of work where someone is working from home, has a rostered day off, adjusted work pattern or onsite somewhere else every day of the week. The added benefit of being at home yesterday? I got to see my daughter take her first steps ⭐